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Benzema Shocks Saudi: Al-Hilal Move Sparks Ronaldo Fury

Benzema Shocks Saudi: Al-Hilal Move Sparks Ronaldo Fury

Arthur Jones
Arthur Jones
Published: Feb 3, 2026

Karim Benzema has completed a shock January transfer from Al-Ittihad to Saudi Pro League leaders Al-Hilal on deadline day. The former Real Madrid star was into the final few months of his deal with Al-Ittihad but has now moved on. The proposed move is unlikely to go down well with Cristiano Ronaldo who has been left frustrated by recent transfer activity in the Saudi Pro League.

Benzema Shocks Saudi: Al-Hilal Move Sparks Ronaldo Fury

The Saudi Pro League just got a whole lot spicier! In a stunning January deadline day move, Karim Benzema has officially joined league leaders Al-Hilal, sending shockwaves through the title race and reportedly sparking fury from rival superstar Cristiano Ronaldo.

Key Points:

  • Karim Benzema completes a blockbuster transfer from Al-Ittihad to Al-Hilal.
  • The move reportedly enraged Cristiano Ronaldo, who feels Al-Nassr is being left behind in the transfer market.
  • Al-Hilal strengthens its grip on the Saudi Pro League title race, now leading Al-Nassr by a single point.
  • Ronaldo's recent absence from an Al-Nassr fixture fuels speculation of a protest.

Benzema's Shock Al-Hilal Switch Confirmed

Karim Benzema has sealed a sensational transfer, moving from Al-Ittihad to Al-Hilal, where he links up with Mohamed Kader Meïté. This high-profile switch proceeded despite earlier reports of negotiations stalling due to what ESPN described as